Tether has officially launched its long-awaited open-source Bitcoin mining operating system, a move aimed at simplifying mining operations and reducing reliance on costly, closed-source software used across the industry.
The stablecoin issuer announced the release of MiningOS (MOS) on Monday, describing it as a modular and scalable platform that can support both small-scale miners and large industrial operations. Tether says the software is designed to make Bitcoin mining more accessible while strengthening decentralization at the infrastructure level.
Tether first revealed plans for the mining OS in June last year, stating that new miners should be able to enter the market and compete without being locked into expensive third-party vendors or proprietary systems.
What MiningOS Offers Bitcoin Miners
MiningOS is built as a self-hosted mining platform that allows devices to communicate through an integrated peer-to-peer network, removing the need for centralized management services. The operating system enables miners to configure performance, scale, and output through a single interface, whether running one machine at home or managing a multi-site operation.
According to Tether, MiningOS eliminates “black box” software by offering full transparency and control. The company says the platform can scale seamlessly from hobbyist setups to industrial-grade facilities operating across different geographic regions.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino described MiningOS as a complete operational stack capable of supporting global mining infrastructure without sacrificing simplicity or flexibility.
Why Tether’s Open-Source Mining OS Is Significant
MiningOS is released under the Apache 2.0 open-source license, allowing developers and miners to freely use, modify, and build upon the software. Tether says the system is built on Holepunch P2P protocols, ensuring there are no centralized services, hidden dependencies, or third-party backdoors.
The release places Tether alongside other major crypto firms, including Jack Dorsey’s Block, that are pushing open-source Bitcoin mining tools. Unlike Block’s mining software, which is designed primarily for its own hardware, Tether’s MiningOS is built to be compatible with a wide range of mining equipment.
The launch also reflects Tether’s broader expansion beyond stablecoins. Over the past year, the company has increased its exposure to Bitcoin and gold while investing across artificial intelligence, decentralized finance, and tokenization.
